Achillea Seeds – Great Lakes Yellow

Achillea ‘Great Lakes Yellow’ is a hardy and vibrant perennial known for its clusters of bright yellow flowers that add a cheerful splash of color to garden landscapes. These plants are drought-tolerant and thrive in full sun, making them an excellent choice for borders, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces. With their long-lasting blooms and robust growth, Achillea plants bring enduring beauty and resilience to your garden through the summer months.

Features:

• Produces striking bright yellow flower clusters

• Excellent cut and dried flower variety

• Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators

• Highly drought-tolerant and low maintenance

• Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized areas

• Deer and rabbit resistant

• Long bloom time from early to late summer

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium ‘Great Lakes Yellow’

• Common Name: Achillea Seeds

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Color: Bright Yellow

• Height: 24–30 inches (60–75 cm)

• Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, average to sandy soil

• Water Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established

• Blooming Season: Early Summer to Late Summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Planting Season:

  • Zones 3–5: Sow indoors from February to April; transplant outdoors after last frost (May–June)

  • Zones 6–9: Sow directly outdoors from March to May or in early fall (September–October)

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Planting Depth: Lightly press seeds into soil; do not cover deeply

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart